Ambulance Transport Driver Operator - Full-time

Come Join OUR Team!

We are a locally owned company that has an opening for a full-time Ambulance Operator. This position will also be cross-trained as a Wheelchair Van Operator. We are looking for individuals who are interested in being a part of a solid and fun team, takes pride in their work, has compassion for others, and is a reliable and committed team player.

Please stop by our office to complete an application:

101B Grace Dr

Easley, SC 29640

Or call 864-609-4242 to speak to someone about this opportunity.

We have openings for opening and/or early shifts. Hours vary based on call volume and the typical end time is between 5-6pm. 8 to 12 hour shifts, some overtime.
Starting Pay: $13.50/hr

BENEFITS: What’s in it for you?

• Competitive Pay
• Paid Time Off (PTO)
• Flexible Schedule
• Dental Insurance
• Vision Insurance
• Life Insurance
• Supportive Management and Office Staff
• Friendships for Life

OUR CULTURE: While it might sound like a buzzword, a company’s culture really does play a key role in whether it’s a good place to work or not. We’ve built a culture based on respect, integrity and pride of patient care. We value our employees and care about their work-life balance. We strive to live by our mission and core values in everything we do, and we look for good people who appreciate those values to join our team.

JOB SUMMARY: Provide efficient and timely transportation of the sick and injured to medical facilities, nursing homes, medical appointments, etc., for Basic Life Support and in accordance with local, state, national and Freedom 1st standards.

DUTIES AND RESPONSIBILITIES: This job description is not intended, nor should it be construed, to be an all-inclusive list of responsibilities, duties, skills or working conditions associated with the job. It is intended to be a general description of the essential duties and requirements common to positions of this type and may be subject to change. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

• Drives ambulance in Basic Life Support (BLS) setting only, to provide safe and efficient transportation of ill or injured persons to the hospital for medical attention.
• Provide transportation for convalescent patients to and from nursing homes, medical facilities, medical appointments, etc.; BLS setting only.
• Assists in the handling of the patient to and from the ambulance.
• Assists EMT or Paramedics in the efficient transfer of the patient to the receiving personnel at the destination.
• Upon completion of transport, responsible for all assigned duties which will place the ambulance and equipment back in service (i.e., sanitizing vehicle and equipment, removing soiled linens and contaminated supplies, etc.).
• Inspects the ambulance and reports any deficiencies for repair. Fuel, oil, transmission fluid, coolant, wiper fluid levels, etc., checked and replaced/refilled as necessary.
• Operates the ambulance in a safe and efficient manner, following company driving guidelines, so the safety or condition of the occupants and vehicle are not compromised.
• Completes assigned ambulance duties (i.e., washing, interior, and exterior cleaning, etc.) as required.
• Other driving-related duties as assigned.

QUALIFICATIONS:

• High School Diploma or GED.
• CPR and First Aid Qualification
• Current and valid state-issued driver's license determined by appropriate state requirements. Provide 3 year driving record.
• Must be able to read, write and communicate professionally and effectively with patients, employees and managers.
• Must be knowledgeable of company protocols, operational procedures, and safety policies related to driving, patient information (HIPAA), lifting and body mechanics, etc.
• Minimum of one year of driving experience.
• Must be able to drive large vehicles in normal and adverse conditions.
• Ability to determine fastest and safest routes to pick up and drop off locations.

INTERPERSONAL REQUIREMENTS:

• Maintain social, ethical and organizational norms.
• Maintain good personal motivation; develop a sense of ownership of job tasks and results.
• Must have a sense of urgency for all work performed.
• Ability to remain calm and composed under pressure.
• Interpersonal and communication skills to effectively talk to, comfort, and reassure patients and family members, as well as care providers.

About the team:

• We value a friendly, considerate, and value-driven communication style
• We strive for incredible attention to detail, empathy, and fast turnaround times
• We lookout for each other
• We love what we do and have a ton of fun doing it!
• Excellence in Patient Care. Everyday.

EEO/AAP Statement:

Freedom 1st is an Equal Employment Opportunity and Affirmative Action employer. We do not discriminate based upon race, religion, color, national origin, gender (including pregnancy, childbirth, or related medical conditions), sexual orientation, gender identity, gender expression, age, status as a protected veteran, status as an individual with a disability, or other applicable legally protected characteristics.

The above noted job description is not intended to describe, in detail, the multitude of tasks that may be assigned but rather to give the applicant a general sense of the responsibilities and expectations of this position. As the nature of business demands change so, too, may the essential functions of the position.

Job Type: Full-time

Pay: From $13.50 per hour

Benefits:

• Dental insurance
• Flexible schedule
• Life insurance
• Paid time off
• Vision insurance

Schedule:

• 10 hour shift
• 8 hour shift
• Weekends as needed

Work Location: In person

Salary : $14